Description

Equipment Operator - Refuse / Landfill (CDL Required)
City of Columbia, Missouri
Full-Time | $23.26 - $25.68 per hour + Excellent Benefits | Utilities Department

Posting Number: 4178P
Department: Utilities
Division: Refuse
Job Code: 02303
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation: Local 955
Pay Grade: 107
Openings: 3-4 Positions Available
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled (Preferred Apply By May 9, 2026)

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with occasional Saturdays (8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)

Build a Career That Keeps Columbia Running

The City of Columbia Utilities Department is hiring Equipment Operators to support essential refuse and landfill operations that keep our community clean, safe, and moving forward.

This is more than just a job - it's a stable, full-time career with competitive pay, strong benefits, and the opportunity to work with a skilled team that takes pride in doing important work every day.

If you have experience operating heavy equipment and want a dependable career with room to grow, we want to hear from you.

Why Join the City of Columbia?

Competitive hourly pay from $23.26 up to $25.68 based on experience
Strong, comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, and paid time off
Stable, full-time municipal employment with long-term career growth
Union position with Local 955
Consistent weekday schedule with opportunities for overtime
Work that directly impacts the health, cleanliness, and quality of life in your community

What You'll Do:

Operate a wide variety of heavy equipment and commercial vehicles
Load, haul, and manage materials and supplies efficiently
Use hand and power tools to complete assigned work
Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on equipment
Maintain inventory and ensure vehicles and tools are ready for daily operations
Follow established procedures to complete skilled labor tasks
Document completed work accurately
Provide excellent internal and external customer service
Support other departments as needed

What You Bring:

High school diploma or equivalent
1 to 3 years of experience in construction, utilities, or heavy equipment operation
Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Ability to obtain required CDL endorsements within 6 months of hire
Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification

Strong work ethic and reliability
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to safety and attention to detail
Ability to follow directions and solve problems effectively

Additional Requirements:

Must establish and maintain a residence within 50 miles of Columbia within 90 days of hire
Must be available for occasional on-call or weekend work as needed

Apply Today

This position is open until filled, with a preferred application deadline of May 9, 2026. Early applications are encouraged.

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573-874-2489 or TTY 711 (Missouri Relay).

The City of Columbia is a merit-based, affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Salary/Compensation: $23.26 - $25.68 per hour